EDUCATIONB.A. in Journalism: University of South Carolina Vocal Training: The New England Conservatory, Boston MassachusettsBerklee School of Music, Boston, Massachusetts Howfard University, Washington, DC

PROFESSIONAL TEACHINGLevine School of Music, Vocal InstructorImagination Stage, World Music InstructorNational Child Research Center (NCRC), World Music InstructorHyde Elementary, DC Public School, World Music InstructorMontgomery Primary Achievement Center (MPAC), Music Instructor and Therapist

GRANTS & AWARDSGrant recipient of the Maryland State Touring ProgramRecipient of the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities Fellowship GrantGrant recipient and featured artist in the Price George'sArts Council Arts-In-Education ProgramGrant recipient of the Artist-In-Education program for the Maryland State Arts CouncilPrince George's Arts Council Award for "Outstanding Artist"for the Arts-In-Education Program